Christian Siragusa is a Trial Lawyer at Schwartzapfel Truhowsky Marcus P.C.I was born in Brooklyn and moved to Staten Island when I was nine. Being from Brooklyn, I learned how to argue at a very young age and soon learned that I was quite good at it. I was quite young when I knew that I would be a lawyer. The challenge of persuading people to my point of view is something I enjoy. Now I apply that same passion to my career as a Trial Attorney.After receiving my undergraduate degree with honors from St. John University in 1990, I attended the university's School of Law, graduating in 1993 also with honors and as a member of Law Review. I have worked exclusively in the field of personal injury since I became a lawyer. My first position was with a prominent plaintiff's firm. I began trying cases immediately and I haven't stopped. My clients have included the victims of automobile accidents, medical malpractice, municipal misconduct and defective products.I particularly enjoy the challenges presented by a difficult case. On many occasions, I have handled cases that other lawyers refused or were unsure how to handle and I have consistently achieved outstanding results. I also enjoy going to court against large corporations or insurance companies and fighting for the average citizen. When a company injures people in the name of profits, it should be held accountable. This is a basic principle of American justice and I strongly believe in it.I also spent a portion of my career as a Senior Counsel for the New York City Law Department defending the City of New York and its various departments and agencies in tort cases. I found this work quite rewarding as well. I saw this work as a way of giving something back to a City where I was raised and that enriches our lives so much.My upbringing taught me to be understanding of people's problems. Most of my clients have little or no experience with a legal system that can be quite intimidating. I take the time to explain each step of the process to them and to answer any questions they may have. I am never too busy to help a client and make the entire experience easier. Above all, I value being honest with clients so that they know exactly what to expect during the entire litigation process.I have taught Continuing Legal Education to lawyers in various topics. I have also been an Adjunct Professor of Law at St. John's.I am married with two sons. They have my same thirst for knowledge and natural curiosity. They keep us quite busy! I enjoy traveling, exercising and reading as well.